Planning Associate
Core
Support the Purple Line Corridor Coalition (PLCC) with community engagement, coalition building, and applied planning work for equitable transit-oriented development.
Role type
Planning Associate (Community Engagement & Outreach)
Builds
Community-engaged initiatives, applied plans, and advocacy for equitable growth in the Purple Line Corridor.
Domain
Urban planning, community development, and transit-oriented development in Maryland.
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
community engagement, coalition building, meeting coordination, research, storytelling, grant writing support, budget tracking, record management
Preferred skills
Spanish language, master's degree in policy/planning, experience with historically marginalized communities, knowledge of District-Maryland-Virginia region, Canva/Adobe Creative Suite, web platform management (Wix/WordPress), social media engagement
Technologies
Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Wix, WordPress
Responsibilities
Support implementation of equitable development and anti-displacement initiatives; coordinate logistics for meetings, workshops, and coalition events; facilitate working groups and track follow-up actions; support research on corridor trends and policy initiatives; contribute to storytelling efforts including drafting partner spotlights and success stories; maintain website, social media, and newsletter content; support grant writing, reporting, and budget tracking.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
